Make space to do nothing

Don’t be embarrassed to do nothing. The Dutch have a name for the practice – “niksen.” Take in a view, daydream and let your thoughts run wild. Think of it as a mental palette cleanse, giving you an opportunity to generate creative ideas. It’s more productive than you think!
• Grab a comfortable lounge chair and nestle it away from televisions and computers.
• Give yourself something beautiful to stare at – a view or some well-placed art.
• Have a drink and a snack at hand so you don’t have an excuse to get up.